Chapter 22: Going to the Test

In the end, she couldn't help but stomp on Luo Bi's foot: "Why can't Sister Luo Bi think more about the family?"

Luo Yan's relentless attempts to smear Luo Bi were undoubtedly intended to ruin her reputation. Once Luo Bi's reputation was tarnished, public opinion would lean more toward her. That way, when Hua Chen abandoned Luo Bi to choose her, no one would have anything to say.

Luo Yan's maturity brought Luo Feifan great relief. Patting her hand, he decided not to waste any more effort on Luo Bi; that child was too willful. Instead, he turned his attention to testing the waters with Feng Ling. As long as the matter could be resolved with Interstellar Credits, he wouldn't be stingy—he would give them to him.

Luo Jun shared the same sentiment. He went over to speak with Feng Ling together, and Wen Yao, as Luo Jun's close friend, tried his best to persuade Feng Ling to sell, even though he felt the chances were slim.

Feng Ling smiled and shook his head. "You both know that Fire-type Crimson Jade stones of the fourth grade or higher are extremely scarce, and obtaining one depends entirely on luck. I also happen to need a Crimson Jade stone myself, so I'm sorry, but I won't sell."

Feng Ling was not Luo Bi; he had no need to worry about the Luo family. After speaking, he turned to Luo Bi and asked, "Do you want to go back?"

Luo Bi had been longing to leave for a while. Hearing this, she nodded and gave a soft "Ah."

"We'll take our leave first," Feng Ling announced. He called out to Luo Bi and began walking out, with the silent Guan Zhuting following close behind.

They completely disregarded how the others would deal with the incessantly wailing and crying Luo Yan after they left.

Feng Ling's military hovercar was parked in the glazed corridor parking lot beneath the Gambling Stone Guild building. While Feng Ling went to get the car, Guan Zhuting made another call to Hua Ran, only to learn that Luo Hang was rushing over and was estimated to arrive any moment.

"Your father will be here soon. I'll wait for him here. Once I see the old man, I'll likely have to navigate some difficult social maneuvering, so you should head back in Vice Adjutant Feng's car first," Guan Zhuting said to Luo Bi after hanging up.

Luo Bi was somewhat disapproving of her father meeting the old man at such a critical juncture. She frowned but ultimately said nothing, only reminding him, "Remember, don't let yourself be taken advantage of."

Just then, Feng Ling drove the hovercar over. After getting in, Luo Bi explained, "Let's go first. My mother is staying behind to wait for my father."

As the hovercar drove away, Feng Ling asked, "Shall I take you home?"

Luo Bi did not answer immediately. Her emotions were complicated. After a moment of thought, she asked, "Is the status of a Contract Master really that high? Can they bully others at will and disregard the laws of the Empire without anyone even accusing them of being wrong?"

Feng Ling glanced at her and said, "Since the establishment of Interstellar history, it has been this way for over eight thousand years."

Luo Bi fell silent. She had always disliked the Contract Masters' circle for being too complex and full of intrigue, and she also disliked their clothing for being too revealing. In short, there were too many things about them that she found distasteful, which was why she had hidden her awakening.

But after facing Luo Yan's arrogant attitude today, she had changed her mind. Having hidden it for so many years, it was time to test her awakened abilities.

"Take me to the Testing Center," Luo Bi said.

"The Testing Center?" Feng Ling was puzzled.

"Yes, I want to test whether I have awakened."

Feng Ling fell silent. No one would bring up awakening without a reason, especially since Luo Bi had already passed the age of awakening and there was no mention of her taking awakening potions. Clearly, a trip to the Testing Center was unusual.

Even though Feng Ling was full of doubts, he still drove straight toward the Testing Center.

The Testing Center was located in the central urban area. The testing methods were simple, but the procedures were complex. They were primarily divided into Strong Gene testing, Soul Source testing, and Mental Power testing, followed by attribute testing, physical fitness testing, and so on...

(End of Chapter)